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The links to posts below show jeeps grouped by models, condition, and other ways. Some of these jeeps are for sale and others have been sold. If you are unsure whether a vehicle is still for sale or not, email me at d [at] ewillys.com for more info.
There are plenty of interesting, unusual, historic and surprising stories related to Jeeps and their owners. In addition, some of these features have nothing to do with jeeps. This link will display all featured stories starting from the latest.
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Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
Likely a chevy chassis of some kind.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1898580027204471
“48 jeep on 80 jeep frame 350/400 with good top and doors. Chevy 4wd, New calipers. Runs good. Stops good. Drive ready. $6000. Would consider trade on 30’s – 50’s trucks.”
Listed as a 1941, it’s unclear how much WWII is here. The chassis looks to be 2A or later. Has some creative updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/253121400483274/
“This is an old original Army willy’s completely restored to brand new with led headlights, nice music system and new diesel engine. Very rare to find and won’t last very long.”
This looks to be a Beck hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1804300683355030
“Steel CJ3A Hard Top and Doors. Looks like everything is there. A little rough, but overall it’s pretty solid.”
Only the one pic provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2624317251052357
“Two jeeps one is 1952 military the other is 1948 civilian both have original motors that will run but need work to drive want to trade for 4×4 four wheeler what you got”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/21/2023) The drain holes appear filled. It doesn’t run at the moment, buy price includes another engine.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/151134801407160
“1948 Willys CJ2A Not all original 4-134 Go Devil engine currently not running # 2 cylinder dropped valves Have extra engine with new oil pump, new water pump, new fuel pump, and rebuilt carb but not installed in vehicle Have gasket set and new freeze plugs Original steering wheel 4 wheel works Transmission shifts Typical leaks for this vehicle Have new seal for transfer case and rear differential New gauges except for fuel which will need new sending unit and gauge No PTO New drivers seat frame with new foam and covers Have passenger seat covers and foam but no frame Missing under seat tool box Have bows for top cover Newer tires,spare never on ground Newer brakes 12 volt conversion w/alternator Canvas is bad but can be used as a template Flip down safari windshield 9000# winch w/remote Some extra parts as pictured Extra engine will need intake swap from old engine Engine stand included This is strictly a project vehicle”
This still needs a final paint coat.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1434953824097624/
“Completely new mechanically – new carb, battery, tires, fuel pump, shocks – Runs great, new gas tank – ready for final painting – has a few minor rust spots – needs a top and you are ready to go – come over and check it out – The odometer does not work so miles unknown but engine in excellent original conditio”
This supposedly ran before the battery and radiator was removed. I suspect the rear panel was replaced with a non-tailgate panel at some point.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/225688750549338
“his is a 1951 Jeep CJ3A. This was my father’s jeep that he partially restored. The jeep yard drives.
Engine runs well but smokes when warm. Possibly the oil control rings are stuck. My dad took the engine out and had it rebuilt but never fully reinstalled. The Jeep sat in the barn for about 10 years without running. Pictures of the engine bay were taken before I put back together with all new ignition components.
Electrics have been converted to a 12 volt system. (started is still 6v)
Fuel tank is currently of of the vehicle, I didn’t want to put gas in the tank and have it sit. Tank looks clean. Continue reading
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3000.
(08/19/2023) Tom shared this CJ-2A with some type of sedan or truck top. If the grille is original, this is likely a 1947 or later model.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/310828624742465
“Willys Jeep. New brakes, master cylinder and entire brakes. Wheels blasted and painted and new tires and tubes. New seats with original frames. This Jeep has a PTO but needs the shaft. Runs and drives good but motor could use a rebuild. New gas tank and lines the body is rough but could be used depending on what you plan to do with the Jeep. Battery does NOT come wit it. Great to restore or just continue to use as is. The cab was added from an old truck many years ago and it works pretty good. This is your chance to own a classic Willys.”
Not sure how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1040025186916445
“$700 obo/trade I believe this is a 1953 cj3b, I purchased this as is for a rat rod project that I haven’t gotten to. Has Dana 44/12 bolt K5 blazer axles, and a 4 cylinder scout drivetrain? Have a low mileage sbc 5.0/700r4 I was going to use for the rat rod that can come with it”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/19/2023) This is number 10938. This has a variety of mods, though it lacks an engine. It’s got a Kelly 23 Series hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/250259077992750
“945 Willys CJ-2a. Heavily modified, setup for an old corvette engine with auto tranny. Complete Koenig king winch and Kelly hard top. None of the 45 stuff is left other than the body frame axles and possibly T-case. Not a single data tag either, but the serial is stamped into the frame by hand, #10938. Body is in pretty good shape rust wise but has plenty of dings and bondo from the era when they wanted em SMOOTH on the outside.”
Project or parts.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/323347537305387
“1947 Willy’s Jeep in parts needing your TLC. A hobbiest’s project. Comes with chassis, roll bar, front seat, back seat, grill, and much, much more. Bring your best offer. Title available”
This May 1959 issue of Jeep News announced that Willys agreed to continue co-sponsoring the Maverick show obviously dominated the headlines, but it is interesting to see that photos from the 1959 Truth or Consequences race also landed on the front page.
Page two contains dealer news. Page three includes a photo of two DJ-3As with unusual nylon tops, presumably custom made, that are owned by the Sheraton Terrace Motel in San Antonio.
Page five includes a full-page report with photos from the Truth Or Consequences, NM, ‘Jeep’ Vehicle Derby. Page six includes a rare photo of a civil defense wagon. Page seven has an almost full-page report on the eleventh annual Hemet to Borrego cavalcade.
Finally, page eight tells the story of a scout troop that raised money to replace their tired CJ-2A, though they replaced it with a non-jeep station wagon, the scouts noted it wasn’t as capable as the jeep. So, why didn’t a dealer step in to help these scouts get a jeep? ??
David shared a link to these recently listed hubs. They are the nicest example of these hub that I have ever seen. They are currently listed at $999.
View all the information on eBay
“New Old Stock
Spicer 10 Spline Locking hubs in excellent new condition.
Hard to find.
Comes complete with gaskets, sticker, and instructions.”
This is worth a closer look…. (and can someone at the very least PLEASE put a tarp over this?)
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1514306702688205/
Listed as a CJ-3A, this looks to be an M-38 (with updates).
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1672292179929873/
“As the platform doesn’t see Willys as a brand this is why this is listed as “Jeep” True Millage is “unknow” but this is not an option 1952 Willys CJ3 72ish Ford 302 2bbl Carb 3spd Currently No fuel cell, it has disappeared Does run and drive Flat tow ready with proper truck”
Has an F-head.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1035368317803887
“1944 Military Jeep. Runs and drives good. New carburetor, new radiator, new fuel pump, new brakes, new battery, transmission/transfer case rebuild. Has the “hurricane” motor from a cj3b, which is basically the same as the original “go devil” with a different head and 30 more hp. It’s wired up for easy flat tow (unhook the battery, hood the 4 plug) to use stock taillights. ”
This has a military body and chassis (the rear bumper mount is visible), along with a few CJ parts. Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/896131088504754
“Willies jeep WW2 era Inline 4 cylinder Manual trans Complete Great resto or rock crawler build 4×4 All vehicles “ran when parked” This is a part of a large estate sale so Information is limited on each item All come with either original title affidavit in Lue or JVA”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/02/2023) Looks like a bench seat has been installed. No pics of the sides or rear.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7376508395710201
“1947 Willy’s jeep. Previous owner did a pretty good job restoring this Jeep. There are a few rust spots but nothing really bad. My parents bought it and it lived in their garage for the last few years. Its a cool old jeep”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/07/2023) The price doesn’t not include the winch, but does appear to include the Warn OD.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/359162849935326
“Asking $3500.00 OBO without the winch. Engine/transmission/transfer case rebuilt 20 years ago. Front end rebuilt 25years ago. Only put about 1500 miles on it since rebuilds”
This June 1958 Jeep News issue is only four pages. There are a variety of stories, including an announcement on the front page indicating the Jeep Jamboree would be starting in July. The back page highlights the Maricopa County Jeep Posse, one of the more storied jeep posse’s in the country.
This four-page July 1964 Jeep Service and Parts News highlights. Note the directions on page one for removing protective wax from new vehicles after they arrive at a dealer. On page four, the bulletin announces a new Tornado Engine break-in methodology. I wonder what was wrong with the old, original one?
This neat, very small pin, is reportedly that last of which was made during WWII and found amongst a group of these that have been sold or given away.
View all the information on ebay
“Vintage WWII Jeep Willys Stick Pin
This came from an antique dealer in the Netherlands who said
they were made during WWII and found later in the factory
I had a dozen, sold 3 or 4 to serious collectors and gave the rest to my son and his friends
This is the last one; be among the elite owners!
Card Measures around 2″ tall, 1 1/2″ wide. Pin measures 1 5/8″ tall, 7/8″ wide
Good Ready to Wear/Display Vintage Condition, as seen in photos
Check out my other WWII Pins and Jewelry, Most listed in Jewelry Category, a few in Collectibles,
some seen in last photos, this auction for Original WWII Jeep Willys Pin on Card only”
Glenn shared this image of a fancifully decorated Willys truck from Facebook. According to this short history, Dysarts has been a restaurant and store in Maine since the 1960s.
UPDATE: This is actually a “hostess tray”, not an ashtray. As noted in the comments, the difference between an Ashtray and a Hostess tray is the semi-circle attachment that holds cigarettes (see here: http://www.ewillys.com/wp-content/uploads2/2020/06/1960-02-willys-news2-lores.jpg).
The interior of this hostess is black. Unclear if the black is original or not, but my inclination is that it isn’t. It’s listed at $109, but the “Make Offer” option is available.
View all the information on eBay
“Here is a really cool vintage, Willys truck Jeep CJ advertising metal ashtray. The ashtray is in good to very good condition. It measures about 6 1/4 inches in diameter. The top has been painted black. Sorry about the reflection from the light.”
Given the windshield and the rear bumper, I have to wonder if this wasn’t originally a Fresno area designed jeep. The interior dash has some custom aspects.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1415929289134882
“This vintage 1949 Willys CJ 3 Jeep is a true gem with only 60,112 miles (Chassis) on the odometer. It’s been lovingly modified with a powerful Chevy 350 engine. If you’re looking for a classic with modern performance, this Willys CJ 3 is the perfect choice. Whether you’re an off-road enthusiast or simply want a unique and eye-catching ride, this Jeep has it all.
Don’t miss this opportunity to own a piece of history with a touch of modernity.
– VIN – ID42542COLO
– Tuffy Box center console
– 4 Speed w/ Overdrive
Upgrades:
– 11” Flywheel w/ Center Force Clutch
– Chevy 4 Bolt Main 350 ( 200 miles on Motor)
– SM 465 Chevy Transmission w/ Advanced Adapter
– Ring & Pinion 4.88 Front and Rear
– Warn Winch model 8274 w/ Remote Control
– Warn Overdrive
– Axles Dana 27 front / with Posi Warn Locking Hubs
– Rear Dana 44 / Full Floater Axles w/ Posi
– Air compressor w/ tank outlet gauge & shut off
– Stainless Steel on Firewall / Bumpers / Wheel Wells / Gas Tank (28 Gallons) Motor Mounts / Skid Plates / Radiator Mount / Battery Box / & Transmission Cover
– No Test Drives
– For sale by: Evolve Automotive”
